Purchasing traditional training attire is not a requirement for training, but most students seem to enjoy wearing the traditional gi for training. It is loose fitting and comfortable for movement.

The traditional attire worn in Ki and Ki-Aikido training is often called a "Judo Gi". We recommend a single-weave Judo gi made of 100% unbleached cotton. A gi set includes three parts: A jacket, draw-string pants and a white belt.

We can show you how to wear your gi and tie your belt when you bring it to the dojo. It is also important to fold your gi properly between classes. We will teach you that as well.

Below is a size chart that can help you determine your size. A gi is 100% cotton and will shrink quite a bit when it is first washed and dried. When you first purchase your size it will seem much too large. Note: Do not wash your belt.

Uniform Size	Clothing Size	Height	Weight
000	Child 2-4	3' to 3'5"	30 to 40 lbs.
00	Child 4-6	3'5" to 3'10"	40 to 55 lbs.
0	Child 6-8	3'10" to 4'3"	55 to 70 lbs.
1	Child 8-10	4'3" to 4'8"	70 to 90 lbs.
2	Child 10-12	4'8" to 5'1"	90 to 110 lbs.
3	Adult Small	5'1" to 5'6"	110 to 140 lbs.
4	Medium	5'6" to 5'11"	140 to 170 lbs.
5	Large	5'11" to 6'2"	170 to 200 lbs.
6	X-Large	6'2" to 6'5"	200 to 230 lbs.
7	XX-Large	6'5" to 6'8"	230 to 260 lbs.
8	XXX-Large	6'8" to 6'11"	260 to 290 lbs.

We do not sell gis to our students. We have had good success referring students to Bushido Martial Arts Supplies in Irvine. They are located near where the 5 freeway and the 405 freeway come together.

   Bushido Martial Arts Supplies
   7 Hubble
   Irvine California 92618
   (800) 360-2627
   http://www.bushidomartialarts.com

Please call for hours and product availability. The smallest size sold by Bushido is size 0. If you need a size 00 or smaller then see below.

We recommend the following company on the internet. Their prices are low and their shipping charges are very reasonable at $4.99 per order.

   Martial Mart - Discount Martial Arts Equipment
   (888) 840-3088
   http://martialmart.com/ecunjudun.html